Muroto (train)

Muroto
Kiha 185 series train on a Muroto service in May 2010
Overview
Service typeLimited express
StatusOperational
First service1962 (Semi express)
1966 (Express)
1999 (Limited express)
Current operator(s)JR Shikoku
Route
TerminiTokushima
Mugi
Stops11
Distance travelled
  • 67.7 km (42.1 mi) (Tokushima-Mugi)
Average journey time1 hour 15 minutes approx
Service frequency1 return working daily
Line(s) usedMugi Line
On-board services
Class(es)Standard only
Disabled accessYes
Sleeping arrangementsNone
Catering facilitiesNone
Observation facilitiesNone
Entertainment facilitiesNone
Other facilitiesToilet
Technical
Rolling stockKiHa 185 series DMUs
ElectrificationDiesel
Operating speed110 km/h (68 mph) (max)
Track owner(s)JR Shikoku

The Muroto (むろと) is a limited express train service in Japan operated by JR Shikoku which runs from Tokushima to Mugi and from Mugi to Awa-Kainan as a Local service.

The Muroto service was introduced on 13 March 1999.